PittCo Happenings talks with Blairs Fire and Rescue Chief Dean Fowler and Mt. Hermon Chief Tommy Barber about the work of fire and EMS volunteers. Fowler and Barber describe why the work is deeply satisfying and how it creates a sense of family among its members. At the same time, being a volunteer is demanding, requiring a high level of dedication by the volunteer and his or her family – but the rewards are priceless.